Anxiety, Depression and Eating Disorders in Teens




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Summary: Today we're talking about anxiety, depression and how that manifests physically in eating disorders.Kids are now back in school and social situations with their peers. And we know that anxiety levels have been at an all-time high throughout this pandemic. So today we're talking about anxiety, depression and how that manifests physically in eating disorders, and more. We talk about how the easing of the pandemic is changing the mindset in our kids, why anxiety is increasing now in kids even as restrictions decrease, and how we can help our kids get through this tumultuous time. Dr. Katherine Williamson is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the CHOC Primary Care Network, treating kids and teens in Orange County California. She is also the AAP Orange County President, as well as a spokeswoman for the AAP.